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News from February 2025

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NMU Wildcats prepare for final home series against St. Thomas Tommies

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats hockey team is preparing for its final home series of the season against the University of St. Thomas Tommies.

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Nessel joins effort defending Pennsylvania's concealed carry age restriction

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit to reconsider its opinion on a Pennsylvania law.

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Attorney General challenges parole grant for convicted murderer Marcos Garcia Rayos

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has taken legal action to challenge the parole of Marcos Garcia Rayos, who is currently held at the Saginaw Correctional Facility in Freeland.

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NMU secures four podium finishes on day two at GLIAC Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swimming and diving team secured four podium finishes on the second day of the GLIAC Championships in Holland, Michigan.

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Attorney General Nessel joins call for FDA action on counterfeit weight loss drugs

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 38 states and territories urging the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take action against counterfeit producers of weight loss and diabetes drugs, including Mounjaro, Zepbound,...

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Michigan Black Business Alliance expands statewide with new funding

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

As Black History Month is observed, the partnership with the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA) is being highlighted for its role in supporting small businesses throughout Michigan.

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Michigan Tech defeats Northern Michigan ending five-game winning streak

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Northern Michigan women's basketball team experienced a setback on Thursday night, falling to the Michigan Tech Huskies with a final score of 64-59.

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Wayne County man wins big with Michigan Lottery's VIP Cashword

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

A Wayne County resident experienced a significant turn of events after winning $500,000 in the Michigan Lottery's VIP Cashword instant game.

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Northern Michigan falls short against No.22 ranked Huskies despite late-game comeback

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team made a strong comeback in the second half but ultimately fell short against No. 22 Michigan Tech, losing 67-64 on Thursday night.

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Northern Michigan prepares for rivalry clash against Michigan Tech

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team is preparing for a rivalry game against Michigan Tech on Thursday, February 20.

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NMU women’s swim team ranks third after day one of GLIAC Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's swim and dive team concluded the first day of the GLIAC Championships in third place.

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Wayne County man wins $1.3 million lottery jackpot

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

A Wayne County resident has won a $1.3 million Lotto 47 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery, describing the win as a "dream come true."

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Attorney General Nessel issues consumer alert on recognizing hacked email accounts

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a consumer alert aimed at helping residents recognize and respond to hacked email accounts.

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State boosts funding for behavioral health amid growing demand

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Elizabeth Hertel met with behavioral health leaders at Genesee Health System (GHS) to discuss the state's commitment to enhancing access to behavioral health services for families.

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Michigan AG joins challenge against Trump's refugee program suspension

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined 19 other state attorneys general in challenging President Donald Trump's executive order that suspends the U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program.

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Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority schedules February meeting in Lansing

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA) is set to convene on February 28 in Lansing.

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Michigan allocates $4 million in grants for airport improvements

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) have announced a total of $4 million in one-time Fiscal Year 2025 airport development grants.

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MDOT schedules open house on Blue Water Bridge improvements in Port Huron

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is set to host a public open house to discuss the upcoming improvements at the Blue Water Bridge plaza in Port Huron.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats prepare for challenging matchup against ranked Michigan Tech

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

With four games remaining in the regular season, the Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's basketball team is set to face another challenging opponent.

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Bridge work delays close Edward Hines Drive until March 3

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 19, 2025

As part of a bridge replacement project by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) in Livonia, the closure of Edward Hines Drive between Newburgh and Wayne roads has been postponed to March 3.